Occupational Therapist

BoldAge PACE; Homewood (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

Generous Paid Time Off

401K with Match*

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

BoldAge PACE in Homewood, IL, seeks an Occupational Therapist to partner with an interdisciplinary team, planning, implementing, and coordinating therapy for participants in community and center settings.

You will assess functional abilities, recommend home modifications, develop treatment plans, and educate participants and families to promote safety and independence. IL license required, geriatrics experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current state license to practice Occupational Therapy.
• Two years of interdisciplinary team experience preferred.
• Experience with frail/elderly population preferred; training provided if needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and periodic in-person assessments of participants’ functional abilities and home environment.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and home modifications to promote safety and independence.
• Develop, implement, and revise individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver OT interventions across settings: center, clinic, homes, and contracted facilities.
• Educate participants and caregivers on equipment use and ADL strategies.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, treatment, and progress.
• Participate in daily IDT meetings and care planning.
• Supervise COTAs and review care plans and documentation.
• Train staff in safe OT practices and equipment use.
• Support quality improvement and compliance initiatives.

Skills

Assessment

Treatment planning

Home safety

Caregiver education

Documentation

IDT participation

COTA supervision

Education

Advanced degree in Occupational Therapy

Current OT license in the state

2 years of interprofessional IDT experience (preferred)

Experience with frail or elderly population (preferred)

Job description

Join BoldAge PACE and Make a Difference!

Why work with us?

A People First Environment:

We make what is important to those we serve important to us.

Make an Impact:

Enhance the quality of life for seniors.

Professional Growth :

Access to training and career development.

Competitive Compensation:

• Medical/Dental
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401K with Match*
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program

BE PART OF OUR MISSION!

Are you passionate about helping older adults live meaningful, independent lives at home with grace and dignity? BoldAge PACE is an all-inclusive program of care, personalized to meet the individual health and well-being needs of our participants. Our approach is simple: We listen to our participants and their caregivers to truly understand their needs and desires.

Occupational Therapist

POSITION SUMMARY:

P lans, organizes, and implements Occupational Therapy services for PACE participants as a member of the PACE interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to assessment; planning, providing treatment; and teaching of participant, caregivers or other appropriate representatives/family to maintain participant support in the community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct initial and periodic in-person assessments to evaluate participants’ functional abilities, home environment, and rehabilitation needs.
• Recommend and coordinate adaptive equipment, home modifications, and therapy services to promote safety and independence.
• Develop, implement, and revise individualized treatment plans based on participant progress and IDT collaboration.
• Deliver OT interventions across settings including the PACE center, clinic, participants’ homes, and contracted facilities.
• Educate participants and caregivers on equipment use, home safety strategies, and ADL programs.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation of assessments, treatment, and participant progress per regulatory and organizational standards.
• Actively participate in daily IDT meetings, contributing to comprehensive care planning and 24-hour care coordination.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), including review of care plans, co-signing documentation, and providing ongoing mentorship.
• Train staff in safe OT practices and equipment use to enhance participant care.
• Performs integrated IDT functions encompassing the Occupational Therapist role and the Home Care Coordinator role, ensuring cohesive planning, communication, and oversight of both rehabilitative and home-based support services for PACE participants. May perform the duties of other IDT members based on professional licensing, competencies, and experience as needed.
• Support quality improvement, utilization review, and compliance initiatives.
• Maintain current licensure, certifications, and participation in ongoing professional development.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

Advanced degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.

Current license to practice Occupational Therapy in the state.

Two (2) years of experience working on an interdisciplinary team in a hospital, nursing home or community-based setting is preferable.

1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred. If this is not present, training on working with a frail or elderly population will be provided upon hiring (If applicable for the role).

Competency position specific competencies for the Occupational Therapist will be met prior to assuming participant care.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• All Employees - Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver‘s license, and the minimum state required liability auto insurance.
• Be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have all immunizations up to date before engaging in direct participant contact.
• Pass a comprehensive criminal background check that may include, but is not limited to, federal and state Medicare/Medicaid exclusion lists, criminal history, education verification, license verification, reference check, and drug screen.
• BoldAge PACE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
• * Match begins after one year of employment

Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm 40 hours per week